Cam Skattebo’s hamstring has quickly become the biggest question hanging over the Giants’ backfield.
The running back was held out of practice Wednesday, according to the official Giants-Eagles injury report. John Harbaugh called him day to day, NJ.com reported, and that update does not mean he’s automatically out for Sunday.
Still, the timing is tough for New York. Skattebo has been the Giants’ most productive runner, piling up 418 rushing yards and two touchdowns while averaging 4.3 yards per carry. His injury came after a 42-yard burst in overtime against Houston, a run that helped set up the winning score.
If he can’t go, the options thin out fast. Tyrone Tracy Jr. is already on injured reserve, which leaves Devin Singletary as the most experienced back available.
The Giants also brought in Greg Desrosiers, though the rookie’s role has not been defined. The Associated Press reported that New York is dealing with limited healthy depth in the backfield while Skattebo is sidelined.
That means the most practical answer may be to lean on Singletary and spread the load around him instead of asking one player to duplicate everything Skattebo brings. More work in the passing game and a tighter rotation could help, especially if the week’s practice reps don’t offer much clarity on Skattebo’s status.
There’s also the trade deadline angle to sort through. The Giants have already been connected to outside running backs ahead of the November 10 deadline, and an injury like this can sharpen the need for help. But urgency alone shouldn’t push the team into paying a premium pick for a player who might only matter for a short stretch.
For now, the Giants are waiting on Skattebo’s practice status. If he gets back on the field later in the week and is cleared, the plan can change. Until then, they have to build a Philadelphia game plan around the backs who are actually available.
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